Lisa Shaw
BRUNSWICK
Summary
Compassionate educator with a strong background in early childhood development. Known for utilizing diverse teaching methods and promoting social-emotional growth, ensuring a nurturing environment that fosters academic success and positive behavior among students.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Glynn County School System
BRUNSWICK
12.2006 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles and developmental levels, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Fostered strong relationships with families and colleagues through consistent, effective communication, contributing to a supportive learning community.
- Collaborated with team members to create individualized learning plans for students.
- Assessed student performance and prepared detailed reports for parents and teachers, facilitating informed discussions on student progress and areas for improvement.
- Established a nurturing environment supporting children's social-emotional growth.
- Identified early signs of emotional and developmental issues, communicating concerns to parents.
- Promoted respect among students by consistently enforcing disciplinary codes.
- Fostered positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues through effective communication.
- Assisted in assessing student progress and identifying individual learning needs.
- Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods with children.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching practices.
- Administered and documented results of student assessments.
- Distributed quarterly progress assessments and milestone reports to each parent.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Facilitated small group instruction sessions for struggling learners.
- Created an environment conducive to learning by displaying appropriate materials around the classroom.
- Implemented behavior management strategies in the classroom setting.
- Utilized effective communication techniques when addressing challenging behaviors.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades and evaluations.
- Supervised a classroom of up to 20 children aged 4-5 years old.
- Met with parents to discuss child behavior and academic progress.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
- Incorporated technology into daily lessons to engage students.
- Integrated multicultural teaching methods into the curriculum.
- Instructed students in academic, social, and emotional skills.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay abreast of current trends in early childhood education.
- Provided guidance and support to pre-K teachers and assistants.
- Established positive relationships with families and community members.
- Adapted instructional techniques according to student learning styles and progress.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to enhance curriculum and teaching strategies.
- Created a safe and nurturing classroom environment for young children.
Education
Educational Specialist in Leadership - Educational Leadership And Management
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL10.2009
Master of Science - Post Secondary Education
Troy University
Troy, Alabama, AL06.2008
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Armstrong Atlantic State University
Savannah, GA12.2006
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Early childhood education
- Literacy development
- Special needs support
- Tactile teaching methods
- Classroom observation
- Documentation and reporting
- Professional collaboration
- Effective communication
- Parent-teacher communication
- Conflict resolution
- Family engagement
- Early childhood development
- Positive reinforcement
Timeline
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Glynn County School System
12.2006 - Current
Educational Specialist in Leadership - Educational Leadership And Management
Nova Southeastern University
Master of Science - Post Secondary Education
Troy University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Armstrong Atlantic State University